Latest OXE vessel launched

Posted on October 25, 2023October 25, 2023 by nickyyeoman

The UK’s latest OXE power vessel has been launched and commissioned

This vessel offers transportation services to Orford Ness located in Suffolk. Currently, people must take a ferry from Orford Quay to reach the Ness. However, the ferry can be challenging for those with mobility issues due to the steep and slippery steps. The newly built landing craft will enable step-free access to the Ness, making it possible for wheelchair users, families with buggies, and others who cannot use steps to visit.

The landing craft is designed to transport a vehicle and a trailer weighing up to 4 tons or 12 passengers per crossing. It will be coded to MCA category 3 and features a pair of OXE 150Hp diesel outboards and internal fuel tanks. The wheelhouse can accommodate a helm and two crew members, and a bow thruster is installed to assist in the strong current that can flow on the Alde-Ore Estuary.

Proteum Racing ahead during the Holiday Season

Posted on August 29, 2023 by nickyyeoman

August is traditionally a quieter month for marine supply companies however, this month Proteum have kept busy supplying our customers with a range of products that we distribute throughout the UK & Ireland.

Ready for shipping:

5 @OXE Marine,
3 x 300hp engines to @NorthStar Renewable
2 x 150hp to @PDL Marine
3 Alamarin AJ245 water jets
2 x @Cobra RIB’s
1 x @Ribeye Boats
2 x @Bukh V8 530hp P Series engines to @Carrington Boats Ltd
1 x Baudouin Marine Generator to @Keynvor Morlift

As always Proteum take pride in supporting UK Boat Builders during the installation and operational service of the products we are proud to supply.

Twin OXE 150hp To Power New 12m National Trust Landing Craft

Posted on July 26, 2023 by nickyyeoman

We at Proteum are thrilled to have provided PDL Marine and the National Trust two 150hp OXE diesel outboards. These will be installed on a 12m landing craft, offering transportation services to Orford Ness in Suffolk. The current access method involves a ferry from Orford Quay, which can be challenging for those with mobility issues due to the steep and slippery steps. The new craft will enable step-free access to the Ness, making it possible for wheelchair users, families with buggies, and others who cannot use steps to visit.

The landing craft is designed to transport a vehicle and a trailer weighing up to 4 tons or 12 passengers per crossing and will be coded to MCA category 3. In addition, it features a pair of OXE 150Hp diesel outboards and internal fuel tanks. The wheelhouse can accommodate a helm and two crew members, and a bow thruster is installed to assist in the strong current that can flow on the Alde-Ore Estuary.

Glen Pearce, the Property Operations Manager for the National Trust at Orford Ness, expressed his excitement for the new landing craft, saying, “In recent years, we have made efforts to make Orford Ness more accessible to our visitors, but the short river crossing remains a barrier for many. The new landing craft will enable more people to visit and make bringing equipment and rare breed sheep on and off the site easier, allowing us to carry out important conservation work.”